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Fourth Fatality Reported in Intel Factory Explosion in Kiryat Gat
Security · 28 outlets · 11m ago

Fourth Fatality Reported in Intel Factory Explosion in Kiryat Gat

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Second Death Reported Following Explosion at Intel Plant

Second Death Reported Following Explosion at Intel Plant
16 sources · 3m ago

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Politics

Ex-Shin Bet Chief Sues Netanyahu for Defamation Over Oct. 7 Claims

Ex-Shin Bet Chief Sues Netanyahu for Defamation Over Oct. 7 Claims
32 sources · 33m ago6

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Israel Signs $988 Million Deal for 12 Advanced Apache Helicopters

Israel Signs $988 Million Deal for 12 Advanced Apache Helicopters
10 sources · 53m ago

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Politics

Netanyahu and Smotrich Plan 2,000 Poll Observers in Arab Towns to Prevent Fraud

Netanyahu and Smotrich Plan 2,000 Poll Observers in Arab Towns to Prevent Fraud
7 sources · 31m ago

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Police Arrest Teenager in Alleged Homophobic Attack at Jaffa Port

Police Arrest Teenager in Alleged Homophobic Attack at Jaffa Port
6 sources · 56m ago2

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Israel Blocks International Peacekeeping Force Base in Gaza, Report Says

Israel Blocks International Peacekeeping Force Base in Gaza, Report Says
10 sources · 1h ago

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Israeli Envoys Abroad Begin Voting in Knesset Elections

Israeli Envoys Abroad Begin Voting in Knesset Elections
6 sources · 9m ago

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Suspected Illegal Birth Center in Jerusalem Leads to Infant's Critical Condition

Suspected Illegal Birth Center in Jerusalem Leads to Infant's Critical Condition
5 sources · 27m ago

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Sports · 13 sources · 33m ago

Maccabi Haifa Owner Seeks Buyer for Club in Potential $100 Million Deal

Security · 6 sources · 2h ago

Houthis Developing Advanced Missiles Using Chinese Components, Report Claims

Security · 13 sources · 10h ago

Boy Dies After Explosion From Burning Trash Can in Beitar Illit

Security · 19 sources · 14h ago

Tel Aviv Construction Site Shut After Historic Building Collapse

Politics · 7 sources · 5h ago

Sally Rooney Books Withdrawn From UK Sale Over Palestine Action Support

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Kfar Saba Mayor and Wife Suspected in Public Corruption Scandal

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Rabbi Yigal Cohen Offers Daily Spiritual Encouragement

Rabbi Yigal Cohen Offers Daily Spiritual Encouragement
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Israeli Forces Continue Gaza Offensive, Targeting Homes and Displaced Persons

Israeli Forces Continue Gaza Ceasefire Violations, Destroying Homes
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Dollar Surges to 3.03 Shekels Amid Iran Tensions and Interest Rate Cut

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Israelis Abroad Begin Voting in Knesset Elections

Israelis Abroad Begin Voting in Knesset Elections

Overseas voting for the Knesset elections began Wednesday, with Israeli diplomats in New Zealand, Fiji, and Australia casting their ballots. Over 4,800 envoys and families will vote at 99 missions worldwide, with results to be flown to Israel for counting. President Isaac Herzog visited the Israeli Embassy in Baku, Azerbaijan, calling the elections a "celebration of democracy" and urging citizens to participate responsibly.

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Two Arrested in Elad for Grenade Attack and Arson Linked to Enforcement Actions

Two Arrested in Elad for Grenade Attack and Arson Linked to Enforcement Actions

Police in Elad arrested two men in their 20s and 30s suspected of throwing a stun grenade at the city manager's home and setting fire to the vehicle of the head of the mayor's office. The attacks are believed to be retaliation for municipal enforcement actions against illegal activities. The suspects were detained and police will seek to extend their custody to investigate further.

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Economy

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Israel's Productivity Falls Below G7 Average, Report Warns

Israel's productivity has fallen below the G7 average, with output per hour significantly lower than Germany and the US, according to a Shoresh Institute report. The high-tech sector's success masks lower productivity in other areas, while educational outcomes and demographic shifts present further challenges. The report warns of a shrinking pool of skilled workers and proposes reforms to address the declining trend.

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Northern Israel Education System Resumes Full Outdoor Trip Operations

Northern Israel Education System Resumes Full Outdoor Trip Operations

Israel's Ministry of Education has resumed full outdoor trip operations in the northern region starting Thursday. This decision was made after the IDF clarified that there is no change in policy regarding trips in the area. Schools can now continue their educational activities as scheduled.

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Tech

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Check Point Chairman Questions Massive AI Investment Models

Check Point Chairman Gil Shwed questioned the economic models behind massive AI investments, comparing the current situation to the dot-com bubble. He noted that while AI is a significant technological revolution, its financial returns are yet to be proven, with many companies relying on investor funding. Shwed believes AI will transform software development and cybersecurity, potentially increasing programmer productivity and the speed of threats. He also emphasized the need for government investment in education and AI transformation within public services for Israel.

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Culture

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Jerusalem Mourners Connect to Rabbi's Grave in Monsey Via Telephone

Hundreds of mourners in Jerusalem connected via telephone to the holy grave of Rabbi Mordechai of Ribnitz in Monsey, USA, during a memorial feast. The unique initiative allowed attendees to pray directly at the grave site from afar. The event, led by Rabbi Shraga Feivel Meir Greenfeld, featured prayers and speeches from several prominent rabbis.

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